Title: Stories in Watercolour
Dates: 1st–30th September 2025
Opening Evening: 1st September, 6–8 PM
Venue: Coffee#1, 247, 249 North St, Southville, Bristol BS3 1JN, UK
Admission: Free

Welcome to Stories in Watercolour, a celebration of narrative illustration through three of my recent projects.

Explore the journey of Adrift, a silent picture book about ocean wildlife and plastic pollution through the eyes of a columbus crab; travel through the origins of pigments in Colours of the Silk Road, a medieval-inspired adventure; and step into the whimsical fairytale world of The Snaffaloo.

Come along to the opening evening on September 1st (6–8 PM), where I’ll also be bringing a selection of extra work including artist's books, zines, prints and behind the scenes sketchbooks for one night only!

The exhibition runs throughout September and coincides with the South Bristol Arts Trail. I’ll be back in the space on September 20th & 21st with more books, zines, and additional work, more information on that is on my website.

Opening Evening on September 1st: (6–8 PM)
General Opening Hours: Monday–Friday: 6:45 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Coffee#1 is wheelchair friendly, if you have specific access needs please let me know :)

You can follow my work on Instagram @art_by_ripley or visit www.bristolillustrator.com for more updates.

I’d love to see you there!

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